Deuteronomy
/ˌdjuː.təˈrɒ.nə.mi/noun
The fifth book of the Hebrew Bible, containing a second statement of the Law.
Did you know?Deuteronomy is often seen as a pivotal text for both Judaism and Christianity, emphasizing the importance of covenant and law in maintaining divine favor.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
δεύτερος (deuteros)
“meaning 'second', often used to signify a secondary or second version.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
νόμος (nomos)
“meaning 'law', referring to societal or divine regulations.”
1st Century BCE
Greek
Δευτερονόμιον (Deuteronomion)
“the title of the book as 'Second Law', emphasizing the recapitulation of the law.”
Latin
Latin
Deuteronomium
“the Latin transliteration, retaining the Greek meaning.”
Middle English
Middle English
Deuteronomye
“the Middle English form, maintaining the essence of the title.”
Modern English
English
Deuteronomy
“the English adoption of the term, still referring to the fifth book of the Bible.”